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When does the school and university year start in Georgia?

Start dates, holidays and vocational colleges.

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Short answer

In Georgian schools the year usually starts in mid-September, most often on 15 September, with the exact date approved each year by the Ministry of Education. Universities usually start in September or early October, depending on the institution. School summer holidays run roughly from mid-June to mid-September.

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Why

  1. The school calendar is approved by Georgia's Ministry of Education, Science and Youth.
  2. Universities set their own academic calendars within the law on higher education.
  3. Vocational colleges start depending on the programme, sometimes with several intakes a year.

Details

School winter holidays usually fall in late December and early January, taking Christmas on 7 January into account. Check this year's dates with the ministry or your school.

Tip

Enrol early, as popular schools fill up over the summer.

What may differ

The ministry sets the exact start date each year, and private schools may differ.

Common misconception

What actually happens

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Sources

Information checked on October 3, 2026.

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